2018 Ford Fiesta vs 2018 Chevy Sonic

People sometimes fall into the misconception that bigger means better when shopping for a new car. But unless you need a ton of interior space for a large family or huge cargo loads, a smaller car can be a far more practical purchase. That’s especially true when you purchase a new Ford Fiesta Sedan or Hatchback from Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA.

That’s because the 2018 Ford Fiesta lineup perfectly combines money-saving fuel efficiency with capable power and a surprising amount of interior passenger and cargo space. In fact, there’s enough room in a new Fiesta to comfortably seat four fully grown adults while still having enough room left over to bring along anything you need for the ride. In other words, a 2018 Fiesta is the perfect choice for anyone looking to purchase a new sedan or hatchback. To see what we mean, just check out this 2018 Ford Fiesta versus 2018 Chevy Sonic head-to-head model comparison.

As you can see in the table above, both the 2018 Ford Fiesta lineup and the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic lineup give you the choice between two engines. That’s where the similarities end, however, at least in terms of power. That’s because the new Ford Fiesta lineup can pump out up to 197 horsepower and 202 pound-feet of torque, while the new Chevrolet Sonic lineup can only offer up to a mere 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque.

Now, if you’re purchasing a smaller car, you’re going to want to make sure it gets exemplary gas mileage. And both of these models do just that, with the 2018 Ford Fiesta lineup getting up to 27 miles per gallon in the city and 35 miles per gallon on the highway, and the 2018 Chevy Sonic lineup getting up to 28 miles per gallon in the city and 37 miles per gallon on the highway.

So, in the end, thanks to its additional power and comparable fuel economy, the 2018 Ford Fiesta is the clear winner and easy choice. If you’d like to learn more about the new Ford Fiesta lineup at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, please reach out to our friendly and knowledgeable staff.